For time:
600-meter row
12 hang squat cleans
6 wall walks
400-meter row
8 hang squat cleans
4 wall walks
200-meter row
4 hang squat cleans
2 wall walks

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a triplet with a descending rep scheme. The loading of the barbell should be moderate to heavy. Choose a weight that allows you to complete the reps in three sets or fewer. Push the pace on the rower and manage your reps on the wall walks. Breathe between reps and don’t burn out in the first set.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the distance on the rower.

To reduce the complexity of the hang squat cleans, use a pair of dumbbells or consider performing a hang power clean, plus a front squat for each rep. For the wall walks, reduce the range of motion by only taking 1-3 steps toward the wall.

In case of injury or limitation, for the row, perform a 600/400/200-meter run or 500/900/1,300-meter Echo bike. For the hang squat cleans, consider hang medicine-ball cleans or kettlebell swings, plus a goblet squat. For the wall walks, perform inchworms, plus a push-up for each rep.

Intermediate option:
For time:
600-meter row
12 hang squat cleans
6 partial wall walks (2 steps toward the wall)
400-meter row
8 hang squat cleans
4 partial wall walks (2 steps toward the wall)
200-meter row
4 hang squat cleans
2 partial wall walks (2 steps toward the wall)

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
600-meter row
12 hang squat cleans
6 inchworms
400-meter row
8 hang squat cleans
4 inchworms
200-meter row
4 hang squat cleans
2 inchworms

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
For the hang squat cleans, finish the second pull before getting under the barbell. Focus on jumping and getting the shoulders behind the barbell before pulling under the bar.

Resources:
Rowing
The Hang Squat Clean
The Wall Walk
The Inchworm

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10 rounds for time of:
5 double-kettlebell deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs

Use your hands to get over the barrier.

♀ 53-lb kettlebells and 30-inch barrier
♂ 70-lb kettlebells and 40-inch barrier

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a back-and-forth couplet. For the barrier get-overs, you can stack boxes, use a wall, or find an object that matches the height you need. The height should be something that requires you to use your hands to get up and over the object. If you are stacking anything, make sure it is safe and stable before performing the workout. For the kettlebell deadlifts, the loading should be moderate and allow you to perform 5 reps unbroken in every set. The real challenge is how quickly and efficiently you can get over the barrier and keep moving at a steady pace to complete this effort.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebells.

To reduce the complexity of the kettlebell deadlifts, use one kettlebell and perform sumo deadlifts. For the barrier get-overs, reduce the height as low as needed.

In case of injury or limitation, perform the deadlifts with a reduced range of motion or consider unloaded good mornings. For the barrier get-overs, perform box step-overs.

Intermediate option:
10 rounds for time of:
5 double-kettlebell deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs

Use your hands to get over the barrier.

♀ 35-lb kettlebells and 30-inch barrier
♂ 53-lb kettlebells and 40-inch barrier

Beginner option:
10 rounds for time of:
5 single-kettlebell sumo deadlifts
5 barrier get-overs

Use your hands to get over the barrier.

♀ 26-lb kettlebell and 20-inch barrier
♂ 35-lb kettlebell and 24-inch barrier

Coaching cues:
For the barrier get-overs, place your hands on the barrier, press down into the barrier, and jump your feet to the top of the barrier at the same time.

Resources:
The Double-Kettlebell Deadlift
The Barrier Get-Over
The Kettlebell Deadlift

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5 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
75 double-unders

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a monostructural couplet. Push the pace on the run and try to maintain consistent sets of double-unders. Try to finish each set of double-unders in 2 minutes or less. Advanced athletes should try to maintain unbroken sets. Expect this workout to test your lungs and your ability to tackle a neurologically demanding movement — the double-under — when you are tired.

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of the run. Reduce the reps of the double-unders.

To reduce the complexity of the double-unders, perform attempts for 1 minute.

In case of injury or limitation, for the run, complete 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike, or 400/500 meters on the rower or ski erg. For the double-unders, perform single-unders, lateral hops, or penguin taps.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
35-40 double-unders or 1 minute of double-under attempts

Beginner option:
4 rounds for time of:
200-meter run
50 single-unders or 1 minute of double-under attempts

Coaching cues:
As you are running, think about leading with your hips and picking your feet straight up off the ground.

Resources:
Pose Running | Lean and Pull
The Double-Under
The Single-Under

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3 rounds for time of:
25 deadlifts
800-meter run

♀ 155 lb
♂ 225 lb

Compare to 230618.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a longer-effort couplet. The deadlift weight should be moderate, but expect it to feel heavy after the first run. Choose a weight that allows you to complete your reps in 2 minutes or less. If you are looking for a challenge, try to complete the deadlifts with a double-overhand grip and without using a hook grip. No matter how good your deadlift is, this variation will deliver a good stimulus.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the distance on the run.

To reduce the complexity of the deadlift, consider elevating the barbell and reducing the range of motion. You may also consider a dumbbell deadlift.

In case of injury or limitation, for the deadlift, perform a sumo deadlift with the barbell or a kettlebell. If necessary, perform a good morning to eliminate the loading. For the 800-meter run, perform 1,750/2,500 meters on the Echo bike or 800/1,000 meters on the rower.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
20 deadlifts
800-meter run

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
15 deadlifts
400-meter run

♀ 55 lb
♂ 75 lb

Coaching cues:
As you are deadlifting, imagine someone is trying to pull the bar away from your body. Don’t let them have it. Keep the barbell close to the body, both on the way up and on the way down.

Resources:
The Deadlift
What Is a Deadlift?
Pose Running Drills | Pose Alignment

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 dumbbell push presses
10 kipping pull-ups
10 burpees
30 double-unders

♀ 35-lb dumbbells
♂ 50-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, you are going to move through these four movements as many times as possible in 12 minutes. Your goal is to perform a single round in 3 minutes or less. The loading of the dumbbell should allow you to complete your reps in 2 sets or less. For the pull-ups, maintain the gymnastics-style kip throughout the entire workout — no butterfly pull-ups today.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the dumbbells. Reduce the reps of the movements.

To reduce the complexity of the dumbbell push presses, perform shoulder presses. For the kipping pull-ups, perform jumping pull-ups. For the burpees, perform up-downs. For the double-unders, perform single-unders.

In case of injury or limitation, for the dumbbell push presses, perform single-dumbbell push presses. For the kipping pull-ups, perform foot-assisted pull-ups or ring rows. For the double-unders, perform lateral hops, penguin taps, or hop on any machine for 30 seconds of work.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 dumbbell push presses
5 kipping pull-ups
10 burpees
15 double-unders

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 12 minutes of:
10 dumbbell push presses
5 ring rows
10 up-downs
30 single-unders

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
In the gymnastics-style kipping pull-up, remember to push away from the top of each rep. As you push away, bring your feet below or slightly in front of your body and let gravity bring you to the front of your swing.

Resources:
The Dumbbell Push Press
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Burpee
The Double-Under
The Ring Row
The Up-Down
The Single-Under

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Rest Day

10 Minutes to Better Snatches: Maintaining Technique With Minimal Time Investment

Maintaining razor-sharp snatch technique doesn't require hours of dedicated practice — just consistent 10-minute sessions twice a week. This progressive three-week practice cycle uses the Burgener warm-up and position-specific drills to help you hit the mid-thigh, nail your footwork, and pull yourself under the bar with lightning speed.

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5 rounds for time of:
12/15-calorie Echo bike
7 strict chest-to-bar pull-ups

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a “sprinty” couplet. The bike efforts are meant to be fast, while the strict gymnastics movement is meant to be more challenging. At some point in this workout, singles on the strict chest-to-bar pull-ups are totally appropriate. That being said, don’t “game” it; push the pace on the bike and work through the gymnastics movement under fatigue.

Scaling:
Reduce the calories on the bike. Reduce the reps of the chest-to-bar pull-ups.

To reduce the complexity of the chest-to-bar pull-ups, reduce the range of motion. Consider chin-over-bar pull-ups or strict banded pull-ups.

In case of injury or limitation, perform the calories on any machine available. For the chest-to-bar pull-ups, perform a challenging ring row or foot-assisted pull-up.

Intermediate option:
5 rounds for time of:
10/12-calorie Echo bike
7 strict pull-ups

Beginner option:
5 rounds for time of:
8/10-calorie Echo bike
5 banded pull-ups

Coaching cues:
When performing the strict chest-to-bar pull-up, widen your grip and extend your upper body toward the pull-up bar.

Resources:
Rogue Echo Bike
The Strict Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Strict Pull-Up
Pull-Up | Strict Banded

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4 rounds for time of:
2 rope climbs to 15 feet
12 back squats
120 double-unders

♀ 125-lb barbell
♂ 185-lb barbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a spicy triplet with a moderately loaded barbell. If available, take the barbell from a rack and try to complete your reps unbroken in each set. These may be slow and challenging, which is the intended stimulus. If the weight is relatively light for you, move more quickly, but don’t sacrifice form. Choose options for all three movements that allow you to complete a single round in 5 minutes or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the reps or height of the rope climb. Reduce the reps of the jump rope.

To reduce the complexity of the rope climbs, reduce the height of the climb. For the double-unders, practice the movement for no more than 2 minutes or perform single-unders.

In case of injury or limitation, for the double-unders, consider performing lateral line hops or penguin taps. For the rope climbs, perform pull-to-stands, towel pull-ups, or strict pull-ups. For the back squats, perform box squats to a target that allows for a pain-free range of motion, goblet squats, or air squats.

Intermediate option:
4 rounds for time of:
2 rope climbs to 12 feet
12 back squats
48 double-unders

♀ 95-lb barbell
♂ 135-lb barbell

Beginner option:
4 rounds for time of:
2 pull-to-stands
12 back squats
48 single-unders

♀ 35-lb barbell
♂ 45-lb barbell

Coaching cues:
During your rope climbs, focus on achieving a secure foot hook before ascending up the rope.

Resources:
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The Back Squat
The Double-Under
Pull-to-Stand | Rope Climb Scaling
The Single-Under

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For calories and load:
0:00-5:00
Max power clean

5:00-10:00
Max-calorie Echo bike

10:00-15:00
Max power clean

15:00-20:00
Max-calorie Echo bike

For your score, add both of your best lifts and total calories together.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a bit of a choose-your-own-adventure, depending on how you feel from yesterday. That being said, today is an opportunity to lift heavy and push the intensity on the bike. Can you lift just as much weight on your second power clean attempt as you did on your first? Do you “game” the bike in an attempt to match your clean weight? Or do you hold nothing back and let the chips land where they may? Either way, work hard today and have fun.

Scaling:
To reduce the complexity of the power cleans, reduce the loading and focus on your technique. You may also consider performing hang power cleans.

In case of injury or limitation, perform your calories on any machine available. For the power cleans, consider dumbbell power cleans, Russian kettlebell swings, or even medicine-ball cleans.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
As the power cleans get heavier, the instinct is to try and “sneak” under the barbell. Instead, focus on standing up as tall as you possibly can, then pull yourself underneath the barbell.

Resources:
The Power Clean
Rogue Echo Bike

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3 rounds for time of:
800-meter run
30 dumbbell hang squat cleans
200-meter dumbbell front-rack carry

♀ 20-lb dumbbells
♂ 35-lb dumbbells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a bit of a grind, challenging your stamina, endurance, midline, and mental fortitude. Use a weight for the dumbbell hang squat cleans that allows you to complete your reps in 3 sets or less. If you can hang on for bigger chunks, do it. The dumbbell front-rack carry is meant to be mentally and physically tough. For the carry, don’t rest the dumbbells vertically on the shoulders. Instead, try to maintain a true dumbbell front-rack position with one head of the dumbbell resting on the shoulder, the hand on the handle, and the elbows up. Embrace your time spent with these dumbbells and have fun.

Scaling:
Reduce the weight of the dumbbells. Reduce the distance of the run and front-rack carry.

To reduce the complexity of the hang squat cleans, perform hang medicine-ball cleans, or reduce the reps and perform hang power cleans plus a front squat. For the front-rack carry, use a single dumbbell.

In case of injury or limitation, for the hang squat cleans, consider dumbbell or kettlebell goblet squats or air squats. For the front-rack carry, consider a farmers carry. For the 800-meter run, perform 1,750/2,500 meters on the Echo bike or 800/1,000 meters on the rower.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
800-meter run
20 dumbbell hang squat cleans
200-meter dumbbell front-rack carry

♀ 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 25-lb dumbbells

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
400-meter run
15 dumbbell hang squat cleans
100-meter dumbbell front-rack carry

♀ 10-lb dumbbells
♂ 15-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
In the dumbbell hang squat clean, focus on jumping and shrugging with straight arms before pulling the dumbbells to the shoulders and your body into the bottom of the squat.

Resources:
Running Drills | High Knees and Butt Kickers
The Dumbbell Hang Squat Clean
Double-Dumbbell Front-Rack Carry

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Rest Day

The Training Mindset: CrossFit Isn’t Just Exercise

Picture this: You've been doing CrossFit for years, hitting PRs and posting decent times, but something feels off; you're going through the motions instead of truly progressing. The difference between "exercising" (checking boxes and getting sweaty) and real "training" (deliberately practicing your craft under intensity) might be the missing piece that transforms you from someone who just works out into an athlete who masters their movement.

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For total reps:
4 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of GHD sit-ups
1 minute of double-unders
3 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of GHD sit-ups
1 minute of double-unders
2 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of GHD sit-ups
1 minute of double-unders

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, the question is: How hard can you push the pace on the bike and still keep moving on the GHD sit-ups and double-unders? One strategy might be to hold a consistent RPM/cadence for each interval, while another strategy may be to increase the pace on the bike as the time goes down. For the GHD and the double-unders, aim to move for as much of the minute as possible.

Scaling:
Reduce the overall time of each movement.

If you are not familiar with or have not been training consistently with the GHD, reduce the complexity of the GHD sit-ups by reducing the range of motion to parallel. For the double-unders, perform single-unders.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing sit-ups, V-ups, or hollow rocks for the GHD sit-ups. For the double-unders, consider performing lateral line hops or penguin taps. For the bike calories, complete these on any available machine.

Intermediate option:
For total reps:
4 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of GHD sit-ups to parallel
1 minute of double-unders
3 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of GHD sit-ups to parallel
1 minute of double-unders
2 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of GHD sit-ups to parallel
1 minute of double-unders

Beginner option:
For total reps:
4 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of AbMat sit-ups
1 minute of single-unders
3 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of AbMat sit-ups
1 minute of single-unders
2 minutes of Echo bike calories
1 minute of AbMat sit-ups
1 minute of single-unders

Coaching cues:
On the GHD sit-up, unlock your knees as you lay back. Then, as you sit-up, squeeze your thighs and drive your heels down toward the foot plate.

Resources:
The Rogue Echo Bike
The GHD Sit-Up
The Double-Under
GHD Sit-Up Progression
The AbMat Sit-Up
The Single-Under

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Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
3 wall-ball shots
3 lateral burpees over the medicine ball
3-second L-sit hold

After each round, add 3 reps to the wall-ball shots and burpees, and add 3 seconds to the L-sit holds until time expires.

♀ 14-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 20-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Post rounds and reps completed.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today is a triplet of increasing repetitions and seconds. Expect the first few rounds to go quickly, and then slow down as the reps reach double digits. Use a weight for the medicine ball you can perform mostly unbroken. The burpees over the medicine ball are an added challenge because of the height of the ball, so make a conscious effort to jump a little higher than you normally would. On the L-sit hold, choose a variation that allows you to consistently hold for at least 10 seconds. What you perform your L-sit holds on is totally up to you — dumbbells, parallettes, boxes, or whatever you have available.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the medicine ball. Reduce the number of reps you increase each round by. Consider increasing by 1 or 2, instead of 3.

To reduce the complexity of the wall-ball shots, reduce the height of the target. For the burpees, step over the medicine ball or perform a regular burpee. For the L-sit hold, hold one leg straight with the other bent, or bend both legs.

In case of injury or limitation, for the wall-ball shots, perform medicine-ball front squats for an overhead limitation, or medicine-ball push presses for a squatting limitation. For the burpees, perform up-downs. For the L-sit holds, perform seated leg-raise holds with one or both legs.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
3 wall-ball shots
3 lateral burpees over the medicine ball
3-second L-sit hold, both legs bent

After each round, add 3 reps to the wall-ball shots and burpees, and add 3 seconds to the L-sit holds until time expires.

♀ 10-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 14-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Beginner option:
Complete as many reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
3 wall-ball shots
3 lateral burpees + step over the medicine ball
3-second seated leg raise hold, both legs bent

After each round, add 3 reps to the wall-ball shots and burpees, and add 3 seconds to the seated leg raise holds until time expires.

♀ 6-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 10-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Coaching cues:
To encourage your body to raise your legs higher in the L-sit hold, try to bring your nose to your toes.

Resources:
The Wall-Ball Shot
The L-Sit Hold
L-Sit Scaling

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7 sets, each for load:
1 deadlift
2 hang power cleans
3 front squats

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is an opportunity for you to lift a heavy load relative to your capacity. All 6 reps are meant to be performed unbroken as a complex, so once you pick up the barbell, don’t put it down. If you fail a set, you have two options: make a technique adjustment or reduce the loading to complete a successful set. Rest at least 3 minutes between sets. Make sure you are recovered and ready to attack the next set.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the complex, consider using dumbbells and doubling the reps to 2-4-6.

In case of injury or limitation, eliminate the movement or movements that are causing issues. For example, perform only the deadlift and hang power cleans if there is a squatting limitation. Or you might consider eliminating the deadlift and performing the hang power cleans and front squats from blocks if you are limited by pulling from the floor.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Same as Rx’d.

Coaching cues:
In the hang power clean, focus on getting your elbows around the bar quickly. Doing this will increase your chances of receiving the barbell on your shoulders as opposed to lower on your body.

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Hang Power Clean
The Front Squat

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
3 power cleans
15-foot handstand walk
45 double-unders
15-foot handstand walk

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout combines a heavier lift with a sprinkle of higher-skill gymnastics. This sprinkle should allow you to keep moving through your rounds with minimal reduction in pace. The loading on the barbell is meant to be moderate to heavy. Some may be able to perform a few touch-and-go reps, while others work to maintain quick singles. Choose options that allow you to complete at least 5 rounds.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell. Reduce the reps on the jump rope.

To reduce the complexity of the power clean, perform a hang power clean. To scale the handstand walks, complete a half circle around a box with your feet on the box (walking laterally around the box). You can also scale the handstand walk to 3 inchworms or bear crawls. For the double-unders, practice the movement for 30 seconds or perform single-unders.

In case of injury or limitation, for the power cleans, consider medicine-ball or dumbbell power cleans. For the handstand walks, consider alternating dumbbell shoulder presses or shoulder taps in a plank hold. Consider performing jumping jacks, penguin taps, or alternating toe taps on a low box in place of the double-unders.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
3 power cleans
1 half circle lateral walk around a box (feet on the box), moving to your right
20 double-unders
1 half circle lateral walk around a box (feet on the box), moving to your left

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
3 power cleans
3 inchworms
20 single-unders
15-foot bear crawl

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues: On your handstand walks, don’t focus or look for your “end point.” Walk through the finish line.

Resources:
The Power Clean
The Handstand Walk
The Double-Under
Handstand Walk Around Box
The Bear Crawl

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10 rounds, each for time, of:
300-meter shuttle run

The shuttle run is 50 meters out, 50 meters back, 100 meters out, 100 meters back.

Rest 2 minutes between rounds.

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Stimulus and Strategy:
In today’s workout, we’ll focus on moving quickly for a shorter distance and our ability to change direction, then accelerate. Each shuttle run is meant to take about a minute and take double the time to recover. Moving quickly through these efforts is relative for each person. Take the first few rounds to feel out your pace and gauge your body's ability to push. If you can perform this workout on a football or soccer field, it definitely makes measuring a little easier (300 yards is slightly shorter than 300 meters, but it will get the job done).

Scaling:
Reduce the distance of each shuttle run.

In case of injury or limitation, perform 700/900 meters on the Echo bike or 300/400 meters on the C2 rower.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
7 rounds, each for time, of:
150-meter shuttle run

The shuttle run is 25 meters out, 25 meters back, 50 meters out, 50 meters back.

Rest 2 minutes between rounds.

Coaching cues:
When you change directions on a shuttle run, you must anticipate the turn. Stay lower to the ground as you change direction and accelerate into the next straightaway.

Resources:
Shuttle Run Tips

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Snatch balance 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 reps

Squat snatch 1-1-1-1-1-1-1 reps

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Compare to 230521.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a classic heavy day. Focus on the snatch balance first. The snatch balance is incredible for developing your ability to drive under the barbell, increasing stability in the receiving position, and building confidence when it comes to having an object overhead. The snatch balance should be an excellent warm-up and skill-building session before attempting your squat snatches. Do not be surprised if you hit a new PR due to practicing the snatch balance under challenging loads. If you are able, take the snatch balance out of a rack. As a precautionary measure, do not return the bar to the back-rack position as loads get heavy; drop the bar, and return it to the rack. As always, when we lift heavy, focus on the technique of the movement and only add weight as your technique allows.

Scaling:
To reduce the complexity of the snatch balance, perform a behind-the-neck snatch-grip push press, and then slowly lower into an overhead squat. For the squat snatch, perform a power snatch, then perform an overhead squat to a depth you are comfortable with.

In case of injury or limitation, consider a clean drop and a squat clean if there is an overhead limitation. Otherwise, reduce the loading of either movement to a weight that allows for pain-free range of motion.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
Behind-the-neck snatch-grip push press + overhead squat 2-2-2-2-2-2-2 reps

Power snatch + overhead squat 2-2-2-2-2-2-2 reps

Coaching cues:
In the snatch balance, press your body down, not the barbell up.

Resources:
The Snatch Balance
The Squat Snatch
Snatch Progression

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For time:
Row 5,000 meters

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Compare to 221012.

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is an endurance test. Look back at your previous time to help determine an appropriate pace. Experienced athletes should try for a PR in this benchmark. Intermediate athletes should perform this workout as prescribed, while newer athletes (new to this volume on the machine) should reduce the distance to complete the row in no more than 25 minutes.

Scaling:
Reduce the total distance.

In case of injury or limitation, consider using a different machine that allows for pain-free range of motion. If you use a bike, double the distance.

Intermediate option:
Same as Rx’d.

Beginner option:
For time:
Row 3,500 meters

Coaching cues:
With each stroke on the rower, focus on driving through your heels and keep your arms as straight as possible for as long as possible. Think of the drive portion of each rowing stroke like the first and second pull of a clean. The arms don’t bend until the legs finish their job.

Resources:
Rowing Technique Tips
Rowing: Body Position Tips
Rowing: Faults and Fixes

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Service Cup Workout 3

6 rounds for time of:
8 box step-overs
12 single-arm dumbbell snatches
48 double-unders

♀ 35-lb dumbbell and a 20-inch box
♂ 50-lb dumbbell and a 20-inch box

Post time to the comments, and submit your score as part of the 2025 CrossFit Service Cup.

Head over to the Service Cup website for additional variations of today’s workout, as well as official updates and rules.

Resources:
Box Step-Over
The Dumbbell Power Snatch
The Double-Under

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4 rounds for time of:
10 triple-unders
20 chest-to-bar pull-ups
30 wall-balls shots

♀ 14-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 20-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a combination of skills. The triple-under is meant to be the higher-skill challenge, so choose a movement that allows you to focus on a skill before moving on to the lower-skill exercises. For the pull-ups, choose an option that allows you to maintain consistent sets of 5 reps. The wall-ball shots are meant to be completed in larger chunks, and the easiest of the three movements.

Scaling:
Reduce the reps of each movement. Reduce the loading of the medicine ball.

To reduce the complexity of triple-unders, consider double-unders or single-unders. Other variations may also be practiced; for example, crossovers, or one-foot single-unders or double-unders. For the chest-to-bar pull-ups, reduce the range of motion to chin-over-bar pull-ups or jumping pull-ups.

In case of injury or limitation, for the triple-unders, perform penguin taps. For the chest-to-bar pull-ups, perform ring rows. For the wall-ball shots, perform medicine-ball front squats for an overhead limitation, or medicine-ball push presses for a squatting limitation.

Intermediate option:
4 rounds for time of:
10 single-leg double-unders
20 pull-ups
30 wall-balls shots

♀ 10-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 14-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
10 single-unders
15 ring rows
20 wall-balls shots

♀ 6-lb medicine ball to a 9-foot target
♂ 10-lb medicine ball to a 10-foot target

Coaching cues:
For the triple-unders, spin fast from the wrists, not the shoulders — stay tall and punch your toes down as you jump.

Resources:
Triple-Unders
The Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Wall-Ball Shot
The Kipping Pull-Up
The Single-Under
The Ring Row

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
5 toes-to-bars
3 sandbag over-the-shoulders
1 wall walk

♀ 100-lb sandbag
♂ 150-lb sandbag

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Each set of today’s workout contains a low volume of reps to allow you to cycle through quick rounds. Choose an option for the toes-to-bars that allows you to maintain unbroken reps for the entire workout. The loading of the sandbag should allow you to complete your reps in around 30 seconds. Your goal should be to complete 6 rounds or more. More-advanced athletes may be able to perform a single round in under a minute and hold that pace for the entire workout.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the sandbag.

To reduce the complexity of the toes-to-bars, reduce the range of motion by bringing the knees to the chest or a consistent height on the body. For the wall walks, reduce the range of motion by walking your hands only a few steps toward the wall.

In case of injury or limitation, perform power cleans with a single dumbbell or barbell instead of sandbag over-the-shoulders. Perform V-ups or sit-ups in place of the toes-to-bars, and inchworms with a push-up in place of the wall walks.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
5 knees-to-chests
3 sandbag over-the-shoulders
1 wall walk

♀ 70-lb sandbag
♂ 100-lb sandbag

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 10 minutes of:
5 hanging knee raises
3 single-arm dumbbell power cleans
1 inchworm + push-up from the knees

Switch arms on the cleans as needed.

♀ 25-lb dumbbell
♂ 35-lb dumbbell

Coaching cues:
When pulling the sandbag off the ground, get your hands underneath the bag and squat down as low as possible. Lift the bag to your thighs, bear-hug it, then with the bag held tight to your chest, extend your hips and legs aggressively, and throw the bag over your shoulder.

Resources:
The Kipping Toes-to-Bar
Sandbag Training
DIY Sandbag
The Wall Walk
Kipping Hanging Knee Raises
Inchworm + Push-Up From the Knees

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21-18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Bench presses
Box jump-overs

♀ 105-lb barbell and a 24-inch box
♂ 155-lb barbell and a 30-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout contains two movements that seemingly have nothing to do with one another. However, bench pressing is more challenging when out of breath — expect the box jump-overs to throw a wrench into today’s effort. Use a weight for the bench presses that allows you to perform consistent sets of 5 reps or more. On the box jump-overs, manage your pace based on your capacity on the bench. If you do not have a spotter available, do not push to failure on the bench presses. Stick with a rep scheme you can manage and stay safe.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the barbell. Reduce the reps of each movement.

To reduce the complexity of the bench presses, consider using a pair of dumbbells instead of the barbell. For the box jump-overs, reduce the height of the box as low as necessary to maintain the jumping stimulus of the movement.

In case of injury or limitation, for the bench presses, consider dumbbell floor presses, weighted push-ups, or unloaded push-ups. For the box jump-overs, consider box step-overs.

Intermediate option:
21-18-15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Bench presses
Box jump-overs

♀ 75-lb barbell and a 20-inch box
♂ 115-lb barbell and a 24-inch box

Beginner option:
15-12-9-6-3 reps for time of:
Bench presses
Box step-overs

♀ 35-lb barbell and a 12-inch box
♂ 45-lb barbell and a 20-inch box

Coaching cues:
As you are performing the bench press, drive the bar up and back, keeping your wrists stacked and elbows under the bar.

Resources:
The Bench Press
Box Jump-Over Variations

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For time:
50 deadlifts
40 pull-ups
30-calorie row
20 chest-to-bar pull-ups
10 squat cleans

♀ 125 lb
♂ 185 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a chipper. Aim to complete this effort in 15 minutes or less. The loading of the barbell should be light-to-moderate for the deadlifts and moderate-to-heavy for the squat cleans. This means you should be able to consistently perform larger chunks of reps on the deadlifts and singles for the squat cleans. Manage your pace on the rower in anticipation of the final two movements. Don’t push too hard on the rower and end up putting yourself in a “hole” for the remainder of the workout.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell. Reduce the reps of each of the movements.

To reduce the complexity of deadlifts, perform sumo deadlifts. This will reduce the difficulty in navigating the knees. For the pull-ups, reduce the range of motion. For the squat cleans, consider hang squat cleans or a power cleans.

In case of injury or limitation, for the deadlifts, consider kettlebell sumo deadlifts or unloaded good mornings. For the pull-ups, consider ring rows. For the squat cleans, consider dumbbell squat cleans or dumbbell power cleans if there is a squat limitation. For the row, use whatever machine is available to perform the calories.

Intermediate option:
For time:
50 deadlifts
40 jumping pull-ups
30-calorie row
20 pull-ups
10 squat cleans

♀ 95 lb
♂ 135 lb

Beginner option:
For time:
45 deadlifts
35 ring rows
25-calorie row
15 jumping pull-ups
5 squat cleans

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
In the squat clean, drive your hips forward, squeeze your glutes at the top, and make sure you finish the pull before pulling under the bar.

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Kipping Pull-Up
Rowing
The Kipping Chest-to-Bar Pull-Up
The Squat Clean
Jumping Pull-Up Progression
The Ring Row

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For 6 rounds, complete 1 minute of:
45 double-unders
Max kettlebell swings in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds. Score is total number of kettlebell swings.

♀ 53-lb kettlebell
♂ 70-lb kettlebell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout contains 6 sprint-style intervals. In order to get the most out of this effort, choose a jump rope variation that gives you around 30 seconds to perform kettlebell swings. The kettlebell loading should be something heavier than you may normally swing, but manageable enough that you can swing it for the entirety of the remaining time in the interval.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebell. Reduce the reps of the double-unders.

To reduce the complexity of the jump rope, consider performing single-unders. For the kettlebell swings, reduce the range of motion.

In case of injury or limitation, for the double-unders, perform penguin taps or consider 7/9 calories on a bike. For the kettlebell swings, perform single-arm swings or kettlebell sumo deadlifts.

Intermediate option:
On a 1-minute clock for 6 rounds, complete:
20 double-unders
Max kettlebell swings in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds. Score is total number of kettlebell swings.

♀ 35-lb kettlebell
♂ 53-lb kettlebell

Beginner option:
On a 1-minute clock for 6 rounds, complete:
20 single-unders
Max Russian kettlebell swings in the remaining time

Rest 1 minute between rounds. Score is total number of kettlebell swings.

♀ 18-lb kettlebell
♂ 26-lb kettlebell

Coaching cues:
For the kettlebell swings, drive through your heels, squeeze your glutes at the top, and finish with your chest proud.

Resources:
The Double-Under
The Kettlebell Swing
The Single-Under
The Russian Kettlebell Swing

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For time:
60 double-unders
45 handstand push-ups
60 double-unders
30 box jumps
60 double-unders
15 wall walks
60 double-unders

♀ 24-inch box
♂ 30-inch box

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is an upper-body stamina-based chipper with a few consistent sets of double-unders. Relax your upper body when you are working with the jump rope, and manage your reps on the handstand push-ups and wall walks. On the handstand push-ups, consider consistent sets of 5-10 reps with minimal rest in between. For the wall walks, consider counting to 5-10 seconds in between each walk. If you are able, push the pace on the jump rope and the box jumps.

Scaling:
Reduce the reps of each movement. Reduce the height of the box.

To reduce the complexity of the double-unders, consider performing 1 minute of double-under practice or single-unders. For the handstand push-ups, consider performing a pike push-up. For the box jumps, perform step-ups. For the wall walks, reduce the range of motion by taking a limited number of steps back to the wall.

In case of injury or limitation, for the double-unders, perform penguin taps or 10/15 calories on any machine. For the handstand push-ups, consider seated dumbbell shoulder presses or push-ups. For the wall walks, consider performing inchworms with your feet on the floor or elevated on a box.

Intermediate option:
For time:
30 double-unders
45 pike push-ups
30 double-unders
30 box jumps
30 double-unders
15 partial wall walks (2 steps toward the wall)
30 double-unders

♀ 20-inch box
♂ 24-inch box

Beginner option:
For time:
60 single-unders
45 push-ups from the knees
60 single-unders
30 box step-ups
60 single-unders
15 inchworms
60 single-unders

♀ 12-inch box
♂ 24-inch box

Coaching cues:
To maintain balance and proximity to the wall during kipping handstand push-ups, check your timing. Pull your knees down more slowly, brace your stomach, and then kick your heels toward the wall, immediately followed by pressing with your arms to finish the lockout.

Resources:
The Double-Under
The Kipping Handstand Push-Up
The Box Jump
The Wall Walk
The Single-Under
Box Pike Push-Up
Push-Up on Knees
The Box Step-Up

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Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
20 double-unders
5 hang power snatches
5 strict handstand push-ups

♀ 105-lb barbell
♂ 155-lb barbell

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a triplet with a low volume of reps in each set. Look back at your previous score to help navigate today’s effort. Expect to perform at least 6 rounds, knowing round times may decrease due to upper-body fatigue and the interfering lockout positions of the hang power snatches and strict handstand push-ups. By design, this workout demands upper-body stamina, strength, and endurance. To avoid hitting a wall, be intentional with your rest time between movements, and focus on using your legs in the hang power snatches to get the barbell overhead.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the barbell.

To reduce the complexity of the jump rope, work for no more than 30 seconds, accumulating double-under reps. If necessary, perform single-unders or penguin hops. For the strict handstand push-ups, reduce the reps to no less than 3 in each round. You can also perform dumbbell push presses or shoulder presses as an alternative.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider riding a bike for 30 seconds per round in place of the jump rope. If you have an overhead limitation, perform single-arm dumbbell snatches or hang power cleans in place of the hang power snatches. For the strict handstand push-ups, consider push-ups or plank holds.

Intermediate option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
20 double-unders
5 hang power snatches
3 strict handstand push-ups

♀ 75-lb barbell
♂ 115-lb barbell

Beginner option:
Complete as many rounds and reps as possible in 15 minutes of:
20 single-unders
5 hang power snatches
5 dumbbell shoulder presses

♀ 35-lb barbell and 15-lb dumbbells
♂ 45-lb barbell and 20-lb dumbbells

Coaching cues:
Think of the hang position as a good morning. Maintain a soft bend in the knees, push your hips back until you feel a stretch in your glutes and hamstrings, and pull your chest up away from the barbell.

Resources:
The Double-Under
The Hang Power Snatch
The Strict Handstand Push-Up
The Single-Under
The Dumbbell Shoulder Press

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Rest Day

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50-40-30-20-10 reps for time of:
AbMat sit-ups
Double-unders
Walking lunge steps
Double-unders

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Today’s workout is a spin-off of the classic benchmark Annie. Be prepared for fatigued hip flexors. This may make jumping and consistent sets of double-unders more challenging. That said, consider butterflying your legs on the sit-ups to negate the hip flexors as much as possible with that movement. Aim to complete this workout in 15 minutes or less.

Scaling:
Reduce the reps of each movement. Consider 25-20-25-10-5 as a possible alternative rep scheme.

To reduce the complexity of the double-unders, consider performing 30 seconds of attempts for each set of double-unders. You might also consider performing single-unders.

In case of an injury or limitation, consider performing plank holds in place of the sit-ups. Perform each hold for the same number of seconds as there are reps in each set. For the double-unders, consider performing 10-8-6-4-2 calories on any machine available. For the walking-lunge steps, consider low box step-ups or air squats to a target.

Intermediate option:
30-25-20-15-10 reps for time of:
AbMat sit-ups
Double-unders
Walking lunge steps
Double-unders

Beginner option:
20-15-10-5 reps for time of:
AbMat sit-ups
Single-unders
Walking lunge steps
Single-unders

Coaching cues:
During the double-unders, focus on keeping your elbows and your hands close to your sides to keep the rope long and avoid tripping up.

Resources:
The AbMat Sit-Up
The Double-Under
The Walking Lunge
The Single-Under

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10 rounds for time of:
4 deadlifts
3 hang power snatches
2 overhead squats

♀ 105 lb
♂ 155 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
This is a sprint workout that should be a balanced challenge of metabolic and muscular fatigue. The goal is to hang on to the barbell and move through each round in as few sets as possible. Look back at your previous score to help navigate today’s effort. The deadlifts should feel the easiest of the three movements. Your capacity with the hang power snatch and overhead squat will determine your load for the workout. Choose a weight that allows you to complete the entire workout in under 15 minutes. Advanced athletes should be able to keep each round to less than 1 minute. Have fun!

Scaling:
Reducing the load of the barbell will decrease the difficulty of each movement, as well as the complexity.

In case of injury or limitation, consider using a dumbbell for the deadlifts and hang power snatches. If you have an overhead limitation, perform hang power cleans and front squats.

Intermediate option:
10 rounds for time of:
4 deadlifts
3 hang power snatches
2 overhead squats

♀ 75 lb
♂ 115 lb

Beginner option:
10 rounds for time of:
4 deadlifts
3 hang power snatches
2 overhead squats

♀ 35 lb
♂ 45 lb

Coaching cues:
Unless you are planning on performing the snatches immediately after the deadlifts, consider using a mixed grip on the deadlifts to save your grip. Then, put the barbell down briefly to adjust your grip before performing the hang power snatches.

Resources:
The Deadlift
The Hang Power Snatch
The Overhead Squat

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For time:
21 GHD sit-ups
7 rope climbs to 15 feet
21 GHD sit-ups
21-meter double-kettlebell front-rack walking lunge
15 GHD sit-ups
5 rope climbs to 15 feet
15 GHD sit-ups
15-meter double-kettlebell front-rack walking lunge
9 GHD sit-ups
3 rope climbs to 15 feet
9 GHD sit-ups
9-meter double-kettlebell front-rack walking lunge

♀ 35-lb kettlebells
♂ 53-lb kettlebells

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Expect this conditioning workout to challenge the trunk and legs, as well as the skill of the rope climb. The GHD sit-up volume is reasonable, but expect this movement to increase the difficulty of the knee raise component of the rope climbs, as well as the core demands of the kettlebell front-rack walking lunges. The load of the kettlebells is intended to be moderate, where the initial round can be completed unbroken or with one break.

Scaling:
Reduce the loading of the kettlebells. Reduce the reps of the GHD sit-ups and rope climbs.

To reduce the complexity of the GHD sit-ups, reduce the range of motion. For the rope climbs, reduce the height of the climb. For the kettlebell front-rack lunges, perform the lunges with a single kettlebell or hold the two kettlebells in the farmers carry position.

In case of injury or limitation, perform sit-ups or V-ups in place of the GHD sit-ups. For the rope climbs, perform pull-to-stands. For the kettlebell front-rack lunges, eliminate the loading or consider step-ups to a low box.

Intermediate option:
For time:
15 GHD sit-ups
7 rope climbs to 12 feet
15 GHD sit-ups
15-meter double-kettlebell front-rack walking lunge
12 GHD sit-ups
5 rope climbs to 12 feet
12 GHD sit-ups
12-meter double-kettlebell front-rack walking lunge
9 GHD sit-ups
3 rope climbs to 12 feet
9 GHD sit-ups
9-meter double-kettlebell front-rack walking lunge

♀ 26-lb kettlebells
♂ 36-lb kettlebells

Beginner option:
For time:
15 AbMat sit-ups
5 pull-to-stands
15 AbMat sit-ups
15-meter walking lunge
12 AbMat sit-ups
4 pull-to-stands
12 AbMat sit-ups
12-meter walking lunge
9 AbMat sit-ups
3 pull-to-stands
9 AbMat sit-ups
9-meter walking lunge

Coaching cues:
Treat the rope climb as a stand or squat after securing the wrap instead of pulling with the arms. In the warm-up, practice establishing a secure foot hook before standing up and reaching for the next pull. This will reduce the risk of unnecessary foot sliding as you are climbing.

Resources:
The GHD Sit-Up
The Rope Climb (Basket)
The Rope Climb (Wrapping)
The AbMat Sit-Up
The Pull-to-Stand | Rope Climb Scaling

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Helen

3 rounds for time of:
Run 400 meters
21 kettlebell swings
12 pull-ups

♀ 35 lb
♂ 53 lb

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Stimulus and Strategy:
Helen is a classic benchmark known for being a simple workout that packs a potent punch. The rep scheme is intended to allow athletes to perform this workout at a fast pace with unbroken sets and minimal transition time between movements. Advanced athletes can challenge themselves to complete this workout in under 7 minutes.

Scaling:
Reduce the load of the kettlebell. Reduce the distance of the run.

To reduce the demands of the pull-ups, consider reducing the reps to 6-8 or perform jumping pull-ups. For the kettlebell swings, reduce the range of motion and perform Russian kettlebell swings.

In case of injury or limitation, for the 400-meter run, perform 900/1,250 meters on the Echo bike or 400/500 meters on the rower. For the kettlebell swings, consider single-arm Russian kettlebell swings or kettlebell deadlifts. For the pull-ups, perform ring rows.

Intermediate option:
3 rounds for time of:
Run 400 meters
21 kettlebell swings
6 pull-ups

♀ 26 lb
♂ 35 lb

Beginner option:
3 rounds for time of:
Run 200 meters
15 kettlebell swings
9 jumping pull-ups

♀ 18 lb
♂ 26 lb

Coaching cues:
In the kettlebell swing, tighten the abdominals, glutes, and quads to avoid overextension of the trunk when the kettlebell is in the overhead position.

Resources:
Running | Pulling and Foot Tapping
The Kettlebell Swing
The Kipping Pull-Up
Jumping Pull-Up Progression

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